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President Touadera, first elected in 2016 and re-elected in 2020, declared his intention to run again in late July. His candidacy comes amid gradual improvements in CAR’s security situation, though the country remains fragile after years of conflict.
The Central African Republic (CAR) will hold its general elections on December 28, 2025, the country’s electoral authority announced. The vote will include presidential, parliamentary, regional, and municipal elections—marking a crucial test for the nation’s stability as President Faustin Archange Touadera seeks a controversial third term.
President Touadera, first elected in 2016 and re-elected in 2020, declared his intention to run again in late July. His candidacy comes amid gradual improvements in CAR’s security situation, though the country remains fragile after years of conflict.
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Critics argue that extending his rule could undermine democratic progress, while supporters credit him with restoring stability. Voters will cast ballots in four simultaneous elections. An estimated 2.3 million voters are registered, including 749,000 new registrations, signaling heightened political engagement.
